South Africa: Can you see Desmond Tutu's house from here?

Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times

As if Soweto weren't strange and fascinating enough, some daredevil entrepreneur took over two old (and mural-covered) utility towers and opened Orlando Towers as a bungee-jumping venue. Yes, I tried it. And no, I couldn't quite spot the Nobel Laureate and retired Anglican bishop's home, but it was nearby. Taken in 2010. Read more: South Africa: On the ball between matches

As if Soweto weren't strange and fascinating enough, some daredevil entrepreneur took over two old (and mural-covered) utility towers and opened Orlando Towers as a bungee-jumping venue. Yes, I tried it. And no, I couldn't quite spot the Nobel Laureate and retired Anglican bishop's home, but it was nearby. Taken in 2010. Read more: South Africa: On the ball between matches (Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times)

As if Soweto weren't strange and fascinating enough, some daredevil entrepreneur took over two old (and mural-covered) utility towers and opened Orlando Towers as a bungee-jumping venue. Yes, I tried it. And no, I couldn't quite spot the Nobel Laureate and retired Anglican bishop's home, but it was nearby. Taken in 2010. Read more: South Africa: On the ball between matches